Surveying in Cambridgeshire

Generally

There are many types of property construction and important environmental issues for your surveyor to consider in the Cambridgeshire area. It is essential that you select a surveyor with good local knowledge and a proper grasp of the method of construction used in buildings, especially older ones. If you choose a surveyor who does not practise locally and/or does not understand the traditional methods of construction you take a big and unnecessary risk!

Martin and Mortimer is well-versed in surveying and valuing all types of landed property in Cambridgeshire.

Each type of property has its own unique potential constructional defects/problems. The surveyor needs to look out for and understand them. For example, dampness in older buildings is commonplace but  how important is it? What is the cause? What is the remedy? What is the likely cost of repair? Thatch roofs are relatively common but they do have a finite life. What will it cost to strip and recover a deteriorated thatch roof? Is the thatch of reed or straw? What difference does it make?

Types of property construction found in Cambridgeshire

Property types vary considerably throughout the county. Main wall constructions include timber, cavity/solid brick, flint, even concrete, steel, carrstone and chalk. Roof coverings have an equally vast range, clay or concrete tiles, different types of thatch, slate and more. Each type of material has its own set of important considerations to take into account when choosing the right property to buy. Martin & Mortimer are experienced surveyors in Cambridgeshire and the surrounding local area so you can be assured our extensive knowledge will enable you to buy with confidence.

Environmental considerations in Cambridgeshire

There are specific environmental issues in Cambridgeshire too. How do these affect the property in terms of structural stability/market value/re-saleability? For example, should you purchase a property close to where there is a history of flooding? Should you be concerned about Radon gas? There are areas prone to subsidence (eg old orchards now redeveloped) - should you buy there?

Market values

The values of property (in particular private dwellings) vary greatly across Cambridgeshire. Often, they can rise or fall markedly from one town or village to another, even one road to another. These differences are, perhaps most apparent in Cambridge where there can be significant variations. For example, the Newnham and the De Freville Road areas of the city are far more expensive than the immediate neighbouring areas. Martin and Mortimer has wide experience of valuation trends and will be happy to advise. We usually include an opinion of market value with every survey report we publish.

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